Chief Executive’s Message – Friday 9 September

September 9, 2022

Following yesterday’s sad news our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this time of national mourning. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II devoted her life to public service and was full of admiration for those in the NHS who daily live a life serving patients, families and our communities.

During this period our regular communications will be kept to essential information for patients and staff as a sign of respect. Colleagues are welcome to sign the online book of condolences hosted by the Royal Household here: https://www.royal.uk/  and should you wish to sign our own books they will be on Trust sites in due course.

In line with national guidance our services should continue with minimal disruption. As more information is shared relating to this period we will keep you informed. Please see following our public message which is posted across all our external channels.

Her Majesty The Queen 1926 – 2022

On behalf of the Board and staff at Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust, we would like to express our profound sadness at the news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Her Majesty was a shining example of public service to the nation throughout her entire life and her love and support for the National Health Service and the people who work in it was unstinting and unwavering.

It was a proud moment for us all when she awarded NHS staff the George Cross earlier this year, for their compassion and courage over the last 74 years but particularly during the pandemic.

We will remember with affection and gratitude, the lifetime of service she has given to the people of the United Kingdom and The Commonwealth as our longest-reigning Monarch.

We offer our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to all the Queen’s family and loved ones.

May she rest in peace and God Save the King.